Often, the main factors for disrupting the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract are quick snacks of semi-finished products, stressful situations, and unhealthy diet with a predominance of fatty foods.
A large blow to the digestive organs can lead to irreparable consequences for the entire body. It is recommended to correct such negative effects of everyday overeating with the help of recipes from collections of traditional treatment. It is propolis tincture that has shown itself to be an effective remedy in the fight against gastrointestinal problems.
The beekeeping product will work especially effectively in cases of disruption of the gastric mucosa, gastritis and other processes that can cause inflammation.
When the microflora is dominated by the microbe Helicobacter pylori, the use of propolis will help reduce the rate of development of the pathogenic reaction.
Beneficial properties of propolis
Propolis liquid is a beekeeping product unsurpassed in its properties, which has the appearance of glue and is used by bees to quickly disinfect honeycombs.
With the constant production of propolis, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of various bacteria in the hive, and the proliferation of putrefactive microorganisms is suppressed. Several decades later, the following properties of bee glue were officially confirmed:
- Antibacterial;
- Anti-inflammatory;
- Pain reliever;
- Antiseptic, antifungal.
Such a wide range of positive properties is explained by the fact that the active substance in propolis can reduce the development of gram-positive bacteria, while also affecting gram-negative microorganisms. In the medical field, only serious antibiotic drugs can cope with these problems.
Propolis, during its effect, does not cause dysbiosis, which is usually caused by tablets; on the contrary, the microflora tends to restore. Propolis solution is often used to get rid of quite severe pathological changes in the structure of the lining of the stomach and intestines.
But before starting active treatment with a beekeeping product, you should consult with your doctor. At the same time, after permission, it is worth conducting a propolis tolerance test so as not to get an unexpected result in the form of Quincke's edema, which occurs due to an allergic reaction. The main sign of a reaction may be redness, severe itching and breathing problems.
Treatment of gastritis with propolis
Propolis is used in the treatment of gastritis due to the following effects:
- preventing the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria;
- suppression of decay processes;
- promoting regeneration of the walls and mucous membrane of the stomach;
- elimination of inflammatory processes;
- analgesic effect.
The unique components included in propolis have a tremendous healing effect on the stomach and digestive organs.
In addition, propolis has a positive effect on other organs and systems and has a general strengthening effect on the body, increasing its defenses.
Most often, propolis tincture is used for gastritis, which is prepared as follows: pour 10 g of crushed propolis into 50 g of medical alcohol (96%) and leave to infuse in a dark place for 2-3 days; Filter the resulting tincture through a paper filter and dilute one-third with cold boiled water. Take propolis tincture three times a day, an hour before meals, 40 drops diluted in a glass of water or milk. The course of treatment is 10-15 days.
To treat erosive gastritis, propolis oil is used, which is prepared as follows. Mix 10 g of crushed propolis and 90 g of unsalted butter, simmer under a lid in a water bath at a temperature of 70-80 ° C for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Filter the hot mixture through 2-3 layers of gauze and, after cooling, place it in the refrigerator in a dark glass container. Take the oil three times a day, an hour before meals, one teaspoon diluted in warm milk. The course of treatment is 20-30 days. To prepare propolis milk, you need to place 50 g of propolis in a liter of milk and heat over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring. Take 100 ml three times a day an hour before meals until recovery.
Indications for use in gastrointestinal diseases
Frequent pain after eating or during a short fast may indicate that gram-negative bacteria of the Helicobacter pylori species have begun to actively develop in this area. Disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract can also be provoked by antibiotic therapy.
Active use of bee glue for gastrointestinal diseases can be ineffective or harmful if you ignore the basic rules for taking the drug orally:
- Do not think that a high concentration of a beneficial substance will help you cope with the disease faster. The drug is first added to a glass of milk or water.
- Bee glue will be more beneficial if taken on an empty stomach, and after taking it you should wait about an hour.
- It is important to strictly follow the amount of propolis when getting rid of inflammation in the gastrointestinal mucosa. Otherwise, the side effect is an allergic reaction.
- During periods of acute gastritis and other ailments, propolis intake is stopped.
Gastritis
Acute inflammatory reactions to spicy, salty, fatty foods are the main companions of gastritis. Propolis can relieve discomfort, and it is effective even with increased stomach acidity.
To avoid worsening the condition, be sure to consult a doctor every time you take bee glue. Taking propolis tincture should have several different recipes.
The most common treatment regimens at the moment are:
- Bee glue against chronic stomach disease. To do this, you need a 20% alcohol tincture of pure propolis. It is recommended to drink about forty drops of the drug three times throughout the day. Taking the tincture should be continued for two weeks, and increased stomach acidity is not a contraindication for using propolis internally.
- A mixture of bee nectar, Kalanchoe plant juice, and 10% propolis tincture is recommended for use in cases of reduced stomach acidity. For this, take 7 ml. tinctures, 78 grams of honey and 15 ml of juice, mix thoroughly and place in a water bath. Drink one tablespoon of warm pulp before each meal. This treatment should be maintained for a whole month. You can use the tincture in the form of a solution to combat dysbiosis.
Effective and fairly quick relief from stomach pain and gastritis can only be guaranteed by following a certain diet.
Recommendations for use
Propolis exhibits antimicrobial effects against gram-positive bacteria, yeast and some viruses. Widely used in oral and dental preparations, propolis may play a role in reducing dental caries and ulcers and promoting the health of damaged teeth.
However, clinical studies on cancer are lacking. Immune system effects, antioxidant actions, and cardiovascular effects have also been described.
Therefore, the most popular preparation method is propolis tincture. This product is easy to prepare, can be stored for a long time without losing its medicinal qualities. Experts have proven that in combination with alcohol, propolis gives the most pronounced therapeutic effect for treating gastritis.
- propolis – 10 grams,
- medical alcohol - 100 ml.
The components are combined, the medicine is prepared for 2-3 days, then it is filtered, and so much water is added that the total volume is 150 ml.
The duration of treatment is 2 weeks and after a month the procedure can be repeated.
Relieve inflammation, get rid of cramps, soften the mucous membrane, accelerate cell regeneration, improve immunity - all this can be achieved with the help of propolis oil. It is better to take about 100 grams of butter and about 10 grams of pureed propolis as a basis.
To prepare, you will need to melt the fat in a water bath, add this beekeeping product, cool, form a briquette, and put it in the freezer. For treatment, the drug is diluted in warm milk (1 teaspoon per glass). The remedy is especially effective for erosive gastritis; it is taken 2 times a day - morning and evening on an empty stomach.
Peptic ulcer
Peptic ulcers can lead to bleeding from the stomach, which negatively affects a person’s health. A serious illness can be treated by using a 10 percent infusion of a bee preparation. Only treatment with propolis for stomach ulcers can relieve the main symptoms of the disease. There are two stages of treatment:
- Before scarring. Propolis tincture is taken 1 large spoon three times a day before meals. Afterwards there is a short break in treatment and the second stage begins.
- After scarring. Drink the tincture in the same quantities, but for six months. Propolis is taken every other day.
You can get rid of the symptoms of peptic ulcers by using propolis extract 20 drops, diluting the concentrated drug in milk. Propolis is effective for stomach ulcers with any level of acidity.
The use of other additives in the form of extracts from flax, burdock, and oats has a positive effect on rapid relief. The beneficial effect is more clearly expressed than others when there are obvious malfunctions in the functioning of the duodenum.
Application
It is recommended to take propolis tincture for stomach and duodenal ulcers due to its pharmacological properties. It is known that the occurrence of the disease is provoked by the Helicobacter bacterium living in the stomach. Unlike medicinal antibiotics, bee glue not only functions as an antiseptic, but also:
- envelops the affected areas with a special film;
- allows for faster healing;
- reduces the acidity level of juice;
- normalizes the functioning of the gallbladder;
- removes spasms.
Considering the ability of the substance to have a depressing effect on parasites, it is not surprising that therapy leads to positive results. Another clear advantage of natural medicine is the lack of habituation of microorganisms to it.
Important! To carry out preventive maintenance of the healthy state of the digestive organs, it is necessary to undergo a preventive recovery course with the help of beekeeping products once or twice a year.
For ulcers
There are different recipes for treating ulcers using tincture. It is sold in pharmacies, but there are quick recipes that you can easily prepare yourself. It can be advised to take its 20% version 20 minutes before meals for those who do not suffer from lactose intolerance or an allergy to honey. To prepare a healing drink, mix the following ingredients:
- 150 ml warm milk;
- from 20 to 60 drops of propolis tincture.
Begin therapy with a minimum amount of the active substance, gradually increasing its concentration. Take the drug three times a day.
Special oil has no less effective effects. It is prepared from 100 g of butter and 20 g of bee glue. The products are melted in a water bath and cooked for 15 minutes. The finished substance is filtered, cooled and used 1 tsp. 20 minutes before meals.
For the intestines
Despite the apparent simplicity of intestinal diseases, they are quite painful. The most common cause is dysbacteriosis, which is caused by pathogenic microflora. A unique mixture of bee products can destroy it and restore the correct balance.
It is prepared simply - 10 g of propolis is melted in a saucepan, after which 100 g of melted honey is added to the container. Mix everything thoroughly and cool. Before use, dissolve 1 tablespoon in a glass of milk, warm tea or rosehip decoction. The method will not cause side effects, will gradually restore the balance of microorganisms and fill them with missing elements.
For the liver
Propolis for liver disease is considered an indispensable product, because. can restore its cells. It is best to use a 10% alcohol infusion for this, the amount of which is increased from 20 drops in the first week to 40 in the third. It is prohibited to use all types of products that contain oil.
For the kidneys
Thanks to the properties of beekeeping products, it is possible to remove discomfort from the area of these organs, gradually cleansing them of toxins and salts. The best way is to chew pure propolis for the kidneys. The duration of the process is 10 minutes. Use 5 g of product. Valuable elements are absorbed into the blood directly in the oral cavity and enrich the body.
Important! Swallowing wax fragments is strictly prohibited.
For heartburn
By mixing a glass of milk, a few drops of propolis tincture and 1 teaspoon of honey, you can get rid of heartburn in a short time. After a couple of days of use, bloating and nausea disappear and the digestion process improves. Continue the course for 2 weeks.
For hepatitis C
For such liver disease, it is necessary to take a solution of 20% tincture in a glass of warm water. Duration of treatment is 3 weeks. For the first, take 20 drops of the active component, for the second - 30, for the third - 40.
Propolis for liver cirrhosis is taken in the same way:
- 1 day – 5 drops per 50 ml of water;
- Day 35 – 40 drops.
Drink strictly on an empty stomach, half an hour before meals.
With duodenitis
Treatment of this disease is similar to therapy for gastritis. Decoctions, tinctures, and oil are used. The most effective way is to dissolve 30 drops of alcohol tincture in half a glass of water and drink half an hour before meals. Take strictly on an empty stomach. The course is 1 month until duodenitis is completely cured.
Nut milk has a positive effect on the condition of diseased organs due to duodenitis. To prepare, add 10 g of chopped walnuts, 1 tsp of honey and 5 drops of propolis tincture to a glass of boiling milk. Before using, you can strain to filter out any nut fragments. The entire volume is divided into three doses and consumed within 24 hours.
For colitis
Rectal microenemas are recognized as the most effective way to get rid of this unpleasant disease. They are made from a liter of boiling water and 4 g of bee glue. After mixing the ingredients, the liquid is infused for 24 hours. Propolis enemas are used for colitis only after the intestines have been previously cleansed.
Pancreatitis
The gland responsible for the active digestion of incoming food has one unpleasant ailment, namely pancreatitis. However, curing this serious disease with propolis can lead to an exacerbation of poor health.
However, using the extract in any case will help strengthen the human immune shield. To do this, take a 1% solution and drink one dessert spoon three times a day. For effectiveness, treatment is continued for a month.
The functioning of the pancreas can be greatly weakened if acute pancreatitis is noticeable, therefore, taking the solution can only worsen the situation.
DIY medicine
To make a truly effective drug to get rid of stomach diseases, you need to follow some rules:
- To prepare a tincture or solution, use only natural beekeeping products. Take a medium-sized piece of propolis and place it in the freezer for two to three hours. Next, grate the piece and place the resulting consistency in water. What eventually floated to the surface must be removed, leaving only a cloudy sediment and allowing it to dry;
- For the tincture to be effective, it is recommended to use pharmaceutical alcohol liquid of seventy percent strength;
- Distilled water is most suitable for making an aqueous infusion.
Water tincture of propolis for pancreatitis
Boil special water and leave in a water bath, waiting for it to cool to 45-50 degrees. Now you can add dried bee glue shavings, stir gently for 25-35 minutes, while maintaining the original temperature.
The resulting solution is poured into a thermos or other sealed container. It is necessary to insist for 4 days, shaking the thermos periodically.
The tincture is especially recommended for people suffering from chronic forms of pancreatitis. This propolis is especially often used for gastritis.
How to take propolis for gastritis
It is important to remember that an overdose of this product can lead to lethargy, decreased appetite, headaches and other unpleasant consequences. Therefore, it is recommended to start treatment with small doses, gradually increasing them. The alcohol solution from propolis must be diluted with water or milk.
Despite its high effectiveness, before using traditional medicine, you should consult a gastroenterologist. It is also necessary to visit a doctor regularly so that gastritis does not become chronic.
For gastritis with high acidity, the remedy is taken 30-40 minutes after a meal, and with low acidity - before a meal.
Only a doctor can prescribe propolis for treating a child and determine the required dosage.
